Issue 113

Thor Explorations : The Gold Standard in Mining

Advancing notable gold mining projects across Nigeria, Senegal and, more recently, Côte d’Ivoire, Thor Explorations is positioned for continued organic growth across West Africa. Segun Lawson, CEO, tells us more.

Thomas ArnoldLily Sawyer

Airtel Kenya : Transforming Lives Through Connectivity

Ashish Malhotra, Managing Director, discusses how Airtel Kenya seeks to connect even the most remote areas in Kenya through innovative, value-for-money solutions.

Technology TeamLily Sawyer

Letšeng Diamonds : Diamonds in the Sky

Uniquely located at an altitude of over 3,000 metres, Letšeng Diamonds is in the business of mining, producing, and selling rough diamonds. CEO, Motooane Thinyane, updates us on the mine’s latest developments.

Thomas ArnoldJack Salter

Yalelo Zambia : Breaming with Success

Building a name for freshness and quality, Yalelo Zambia is passionate about putting a fish on every Zambian’s plate. Ulric Daniel, CEO, speaks to us about the company’s journey to success and work towards a sustainable and supportive future.

Connell PrivettLauren Kania

Trotech : Think Tanks, Think Trotech

Trotech engineers, procures, and constructs above-ground bulk storage tanks and auxiliaries. Lukas Brink, Managing Director, takes us on a journey through the company’s myriad offerings.

Josh WhitesideLauren Kania

Schindler Lifts : Elevating Africa

Schindler Lifts’ products can be found throughout Africa, including premium commercial offices, major airports, national shopping centre chains, and more. We get the full story from Managing Director of South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, Mayuir Bhairoparsad.

Mount Meru Regional Referral Hospital : A Legacy of Care

Mount Meru Regional Referral Hospital is committed to continuous improvement and adheres to the best possible practices in healthcare. We speak to Hospital Director, Alex Ernest.

Harry ThurlowEd Budds

Skytanking : Soaring to New Heights in Sky Services

As a prominent player in the aviation industry, Skytanking provides a comprehensive suite of services within a global network. Regional Vice President, Dave Powell, discusses how the company contributes to connectivity.

Nicholas KernanRachel Carr

NAMFISA : Championing Economic Integrity and Security

NAMFISA plays a crucial role in maintaining the financial system's stability and protecting consumers. CEO, Kenneth Matomola, discusses the significance of the association.

Joshua MannRachel Carr

Vector Logistics : Shifting Gears in Sustainability

Annelie Govender, Chief Human Resources Officer and ESG Lead at prominent integrated cold chain logistics provider, Vector Logistics, outlines how the company is doing just this.

ASPASA : Spotlight

We sit down with Letisha van den Berg, Director of the surface mining industry association, ASPASA, who outlines the organisation’s crucial role in advocating for SA’s small surface mining and quarrying industry.

Deane AndertonLucy Pilgrim

Debswana Diamond Company : Brightening Botswana’s Future

Producing some of the world’s most precious diamonds, Debswana Diamond Company’s four cutting-edge mine sites are key drivers of Botswana’s socioeconomic growth. Andrew Maatla Motsomi, CEO, delves deeper.

Thomas ArnoldLucy Pilgrim

Sentech : Pivotal Digital Infrastructure

Universal connectivity for digital inclusion is the mission of Sentech, whose Acting CEO, Tebogo Leshope, discusses the state-owned South African company’s digital infrastructure services.

Technology TeamJack Salter

Rwanda ICT Chamber : Spotlight

The Rwanda ICT Chamber is facilitating and supporting the country’s burgeoning technology market. CEO, Alex Ntale, provides insight into expansion plans for the vibrant and evolving sector.

Clinton MatarutseRachel Carr

Amaro Foods : Breadwinners Continue to Rise

Amaro Foods produces and supplies an exquisite selection of bakery products crafted by skilled artisans using high-quality ingredients. Tony Amaro, Founder and CEO, discusses the company’s popular products, community responsibilities, and future focus.

Connell PrivettRachel Carr

African Originals : Celebrating Identity Through Taste

Alexandra Chapette, CEO and Founder of burgeoning drinks brand African Originals, is committed to driving innovation and change in Africa’s craft beverage industry.

Lily Sawyer

Platcorp Holdings : The Front line of Financial Inclusion

Across Africa, the continent is struggling to contend with numerous barriers to financial inclusion. Brett Sievwright, CEO of Platcorp Holdings, considers this troubling conundrum.

Brett Sievwright

Kunda Kids : Authentic African Storytelling

Award-winning edutainment platform, Kunda Kids, is spreading the importance of representation to children worldwide. Louisa Kiwana Olafuyi, co-Founder and COO, tells us how.

Lucy Pilgrim

Pesabase : Sending Money to South Sudan

Pesabase is a mobile app that enables users to send money to recipients in some of the most desolate and unreachable areas in South Sudan. Eric Alsop, co-Founder and CMO, tells us more.

Jack Salter